Recipes tagged with « Low-Carb »
Buffalo Chicken Cauliflower Bake
A creamy, spicy casserole mixing shredded rotisserie chicken with riced cauliflower and a rich blend of cheeses in a tangy buffalo and chipotle sauce. Uses heavy cream and cream cheese for depth. Bakes until bubbly and golden on top, garnished with fresh parsley and blue cheese crumbles. Substitutions include Greek yogurt for cream and smoked paprika for chipotle. Short prep, simple assembly, relying on visual cues like bubbling and melted cheese to know when it’s done.
Low Carb Eggplant Parm Zoodles
Eggplant sliced and salted to draw out bitterness, then lightly fried for crispy edges. Layered with homemade marinara, melty mozzarella and fresh herbs. Served over zucchini noodles for a low-carb spin. Uses almond meal and flax eggs to cut carbs and add a subtle nuttiness. Quick pan fry with vegetable oil helps seal moisture. Baking melds cheese and sauce perfectly. A little patience on salting makes a big difference. Visual cues over clocks, golden browns and bubbling cheese are your friends here.
Turkey Spaghetti Squash Boats
Spaghetti squash halved and roasted till tender, strands forked out and mixed with ricotta and parmesan whipped with spinach and seasonings. Ground turkey sautéed with onion and garlic, simmered down in a bright tomato sauce. Scooped herb-cheese squash boats layered with meat sauce and mozzarella, baked until bubbly and golden. Toasted lemon panko crumbs add crunch and brightness. Technique tips for squash texture, browning turkey, avoiding soggy filling, plus swaps for cheeses and protein. Timing keyed to sensory cues rather than clocks. A hands-on dinner that uses squash as a vessel for saucy richness, texture contrasts, and fresh herb punch.
Twist Chicken BLT
A quick chicken BLT variant switching basics up. Uses shredded turkey instead of chicken and prosciutto in place of bacon. Fresh basil replaces parsley. Quantities adjusted with more tomato, less meat. Mixes all ingredients into a simple blend. Ready in about 10 minutes, combining savory, crisp, and fresh notes. No nuts, no gluten, no dairy, no eggs. Great for a fast main meal or sandwich filler.